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YKHC COVID-19 News
Second COVID-19 Case Identified in YK Delta
Through screening and COVID-19 testing of inbound passengers at the Bethel airport, YKHC identified a second positive COVID-19 case in the YK Delta. YKHC received
YKHC Dental Resuming All Services
On April 15, Governor Dunleavy issued health mandate 15 that outlines how healthcare providers can begin to resume routine services. Included in this mandate are
New COVID-19 Triage Line Hours
Beginning Friday, May 1, YKHC’s COVID-19 triage line at 543-6949 will be staffed Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. The triage line will continue
Furlough & Lay Off Announcement
The following is a message that was sent to all YKHC staff on Friday, April 24 by Dan Winkelman, YKHC President & CEO. Dear Team,
Update on First COVID-19 Case in YK Delta
On April 6, YKHC confirmed the first positive COVID-19 case in Bethel. Within that same evening, YKHC worked closely with Alaska Epidemiology and Public Health
YKHC COVID-19 Testing Criteria
Updated November 10, 2020 YKHC continues to closely monitor the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. We are working to keep our customers, employees and
April 8 COVID-19 Testing Update
Since beginning to test for COVID-19 in March, YKHC has continued to expand testing capacity. As of noon on April 8, we have tested over
Update on positive COVID-19 case in the YK Delta
Because YKHC has been preparing for the region’s first COVID-19 case since February, we had numerous systems in place to support the response last night.
First COVID-19 Case in YK Delta
A person has tested positive for COVID-19 in Bethel. The person is currently self-isolating and YKHC is working with the State of Alaska Section of
Medical Appointments Available via Telehealth
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, at YKHC we are adapting the way we work and offer care, with the safety and well-being of our
COVID-19: Call Before Seeking Care
If you have symptoms like a fever, cough or shortness of breath, do not go to your village clinic and do not go to the Emergency Room in Bethel. Instead, call your village clinic, or in Bethel, call 543-6949.